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hermit

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Noun — A person who lives alone, away from other people, often by choice.

How to use hermit

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Etymology

From Ancient Greek erēmítēs ("person of the desert"), via Old French eremite and Late Latin eremita.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hermit” mean?

The word “hermit” means a person who lives alone, away from other people, often by choice. In plain terms, someone who deliberately lives away from other people, often in isolation.

How do you pronounce “hermit”?

“Hermit” is pronounced HUR-miht (/ˈhɝmɪt/ in IPA).

How do you use “hermit” in a sentence?

Here is “hermit” used in a sentence: “He became something of a hermit after retiring to the mountains.”

What part of speech is “hermit”?

“Hermit” is a noun.

Where does the word “hermit” come from?

The word “hermit” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek erēmítēs ("person of the desert"), via Old French eremite and Late Latin eremita.

Is “hermit” a common word?

“Hermit” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.

How many meanings does “hermit” have?

“Hermit” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who lives alone, away from other people, often by choice.

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